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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
On beach
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue
Explore the area
Little Compton, RI
Goosewing Beach Preserve
Place, Goosewing Beach Preserve
6 min drive
Little Compton Historical Society
Place, Little Compton Historical Society
10 min drive
Wilbor House Museum
Place, Wilbor House Museum
10 min drive
Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green)
Airport, Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green)
68 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Loft
3 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cottage on Ocean Cove, End of Private Rd, Beach Front, Abundant Wildlife!
Rejoice and rejuvenate in this tiny slice of paradise. This recently-constructed cottage (built in 2011) is situated at the end of a private lane, directly on a cove. From the old stone wall in front, it’s literally a stone’s throw to the ocean. To the right of where your stone lands is a rocky shoreline (fishing!), to the left is a pebbly beach (swimming!), and within hiking distance around the points on both sides (beach combing!) are large sandy beaches (sand castles!). A small stream flows into the cove. Less than two miles by road from public beach (South Shore) or hike on shore around the point to a private beach (Briggs).
The cottage has one bedroom, living/dining room, galley kitchen with dishwasher, washer and dryer, one full bathroom (w/ shower), an outside shower, a mostly unfurnished loft that can sleep three, screened porch, and gas grill. We are your neighbors and appreciate reasonably quiet renters.
Come listen to the ocean, admire the stars, walk along the shore, read a novel and feel the wind. The way vacation used to be.
Note #1: Because we dislike fees as much as you do, we don’t charge a cleaning fee or pet fee. In exchange, we ask guests to please treat our cottage kindly.
Note #2: We rent only by the week, from one Saturday to the next. We sometimes relax this policy in spring and fall but will ask for stays of at least 4 nights,
Please read the rental agreement before requesting to book. When asked, we sometimes bend the rules about pets.
To learn more about what makes this property and Little Compton special, scroll to "About the Host" and click on "View profile".
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Events
No events allowed
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Sorry, no cats.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Because we don't charge for cleaning, we ask guests to help by putting sheets & towels in washer and turning it on before departing on their last day.
Guests are expected to put out trash and recycling bins on days collection takes place (once/week).
Guests are expected to take reasonable care to conserve water and to flush only bodily waste and toilet paper into the (delicate) septic system.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number 11/15/2024, RE.01192-STR
Property # 418724vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Little Compton
Located in Little Compton, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. The Breakers and Newport Mansions are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Thames Street. Coastal Roasters and Escobar's Highland Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
Little Compton Historical Society - 10 min drive - 7.0 km
Wilbor House Museum - 10 min drive - 6.0 km
Round Pond - 12 min drive - 8.1 km
Carolyn's Saskonnet Vineyard - 13 min drive - 10.6 km
Getting around
Newport Ferry Station - 53 min drive
Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
The Art Cafe - 7 min drive
Salty’s At Second Beach - 49 min drive
Back Eddy - 25 min drive
Gray's Daily Grind - 15 min drive
Greenwood Chicken - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cottage on Ocean Cove, End of Private Rd, Beach Front, Abundant Wildlife! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Cottage on Ocean Cove, End of Private Rd, Beach Front, Abundant Wildlife!?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage on Ocean Cove, End of Private Rd, Beach Front, Abundant Wildlife! on 10 Oct 2026 start from AU$527, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Cottage on Ocean Cove, End of Private Rd, Beach Front, Abundant Wildlife!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cottage on Ocean Cove, End of Private Rd, Beach Front, Abundant Wildlife!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cottage on Ocean Cove, End of Private Rd, Beach Front, Abundant Wildlife!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Cottage on Ocean Cove, End of Private Rd, Beach Front, Abundant Wildlife! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Little Compton cottage is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Goosewing Beach Preserve and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Wilbor House Museum. Lloyd's Beach and Tappens Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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We keep coming back for a reason: it’s such a nice, peaceful place to spend a week. You can hear, see and smell the ocean from the porch and I love to stretch out on the front lawn with a book. The owners are terrific people, very accommodating and I’m sure we’ll back again.
Christopher S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2025
Thanks so much for the kind words. I'm so pleased you've made the cottage your vacation destination for so many years!
A modest but perfectly located property with a welcoming and accommodating host. We have been coming here for years and will continue to make it a part of our summer ritual.
Matthew G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2024
And you're definitely part of our summer ritual, too! We appreciate your family.
We really enjoyed our time in little Compton. Beautiful setting, house was clean and host was very responsive and helpful. We feel relaxed and recharged after our stay! We enjoyed exploring the shoreline with our dog :)
Michele L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2023
Happy to have shared it with you, Michele! Thanks for the kind words
We love our annual stay in Little Compton. We love to see, hear, and smell the ocean from our little cottage. The quiet area is perfect for walking, running, and biking. And there’s a farmers market and a winery nearby!
My daughter and I have been coming to the Cottage for several years and always look forward to our return. The Cottage is a lovely, peaceful spot. The owners are very pleasant and provide a lot of information about places to visit.
tracey c.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2024
Thanks, Tracey! We're very appreciative of return renters, like yourself.
This cottage is in a spectacular location. Beautiful view and the lovely sound of the ocean. The town itself is very sweet and everyone was exceptionally kind.
14 Little Cove Road in Little Compton, RI is located on a bucolic property with rock walls, beach grasses, blackberry and honeysuckle bushes and the calming sound of waves rolling into the Cove. We loved watching our dog enjoy the expansive lawn and lounge in the soft grass after a day of exploring and playing. A perfectly beautiful escape, unlike most you will find. The local farmers’ markets made cooking a delight. Waking up to the sound of birds and waves made this stay a 10/10!
stacy c.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2025
Wow, thanks for the kind words and great photos (especially of your dog!).
I'm so pleased you loved the place.
Warmly,
Doug
thoughtfully considered and beautifully sited, Maus Haus is always a welcome, restorative escape-- swimming in the cove, clambering over the rocks, meals on the screened porch, walks to Wishingstone Farm...a perfect stay this year under the super blue moon.
Susan M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2023
Thanks so much, Susan! It warms our hearts that others love Maus Haus as much as we do. Doug
This is our second stay and again a special time! Our host was full of helpful info on places to see and supplied written info of the area. Cottage has beautiful view, access to beach, close to village center, quiet and peaceful, very quaint, clean. It has a delightful history, too!
tracey c.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
I enjoyed our conversation on the front lawn, Tracey. Glad you had a good time and that the info was helpful. Doug
Lovely cozy cottage, a short pretty walk to a cool rocky beach, and lovely views of woods and fields from the screened in porch! We loved picking up local produce at Wishing Stone and Young’s, and had some great walks in local woods and beaches. The owners were very communicative and helpful.
Anna H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2024
We love having you back every summer, Anna. I hope our vacations overlap again soon!
About the host
Hosted by Doug Levey
Three brothers and their families built this cottage in 2011 on the site of their great-great-great uncle's fishing shack, at the base of a meadow extending from our grandmother's house. Part of the shack, "Maus Haus", dated to the 1800's and survived the Great New England Hurricane in 1938, due to its sheltered location. We grew up spending most of each summer enjoying this wonderful piece of shoreline -- swimming, surfing, crabbing (blue crabs to eat; rock crabs for bait), fishing, skin diving, sailing, biking, kayaking, birding, catching turtles in the pond, building sand castles, finding beach glass, skipping stones, building rafts from driftwood to launch on the pond, hunting night-crawlers, flying kites, collecting mussels, hunting arrowheads, adding to our shell and rock collections, throwing seaweed at each other....really an endless variety of nature-based activities. Our grandmother was a Brownell, a family with deep roots in Little Compton. A tiny, recently rediscovered graveyard with her ancestors is a half-mile away.
Why they chose this property
See video of beach out front which pretty much says it all. It was taken on a day of calm surf. Note the variety of habitats along the shoreline, from sand, to pebbles, to large rocks. Each contains different discoveries.
If you're not into nature, there are lots of historical sites and cultural experiences nearby. None will knock your socks off because Little Compton has a laid-back vibe. Think: "opposite of Newport." Much of the land is preserved by the Little Compton Agricultural Conservancy Trust, including two parcels near Maus Haus, one of which our parents helped establish. It's not unusual to see meadows bordered by old stone walls all the way to the shore. (Check out the intersection of Rt 77 and Peckham Road in a photo-enabled navigation app.)
Be sure to explore Wilburs, the general store on the town commons that carries practically everything -- if they don't have it, you don't need it. The Commons Lunch, a few doors down from Wilburs, is where locals often go for an early breakfast; it's THE place for Johnny Cakes. The Little Compton Community Center, also on the commons, hosts all sorts of family-oriented activities. A half-block down South of Commons Road (really, that's its name) from Wilburs is the Arts Cafe, which has fine coffee, baked goods, and an art studio. Most seating is outdoors in an old apple orchard. Almost next door is the United Congregational Church's Thrift Shop. It has limited hours, adding to the sense of discovery when you find it open!
What makes this property unique
You go to sleep hearing the surf and wake up with the sun rising over the ocean and streaming in the front windows. Often, nobody is on the beach; all access is by private road.
The wildlife is spectacular! Swans fly over daily. Warblers and red-winged blackbirds are abundant. Swallows congregate over the marsh in the fall. Seals visit the cove. Weasels live in the stone walls. Pipping plovers and least terns nest on nearby sandy beaches. Bass and bluefish cause a ruckus in the cove, corraling schools of smaller fish.
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